Barbara Jordan Senior Legacy Award
2015 Application
McCombs School of Business
The University of Texas at Austin
About the Award
The Barbara Jordan Senior Legacy Award seeks to identify two outstanding seniors who have been
vital in leaving a legacy at the McCombs School of Business. Named after the first African-American
woman from the Deep South to be elected to the U.S. Congress, the award honors students who have
shown similar perseverance in their own leadership. A committee of students evaluates all applicants
on the impact they have made as student leaders, mentors, and in pursuit of their unique goals. Past
recipients have moved on to work for top consulting and investment banking firms, became founders
of high-demand technology start-ups, and made an impact in local nonprofit organizations.
This award is not only meant to reward current achievements, but also to motivate its recipients to
continue growing their legacy in the future.
Application Process
1. Applicants must fill out their basic information and answer all three essay questions. Essay
responses are limited to two total pages, single-spaced, 12-pt. font, Times New Roman.
2. Applicants must send their current resume and this application to bjgmawards2015@gmail.com
by Friday, March 27th at 11:59 p.m.
a. Note that applicants should inform their character references that a member of the
BJGM Committee will contact them.
3. Interview times will be released on Monday, March 30th and interviews will be held on
Monday, April 6th. Final decisions will be released by April 10th.
a. Applicants should be aware that an official transcript is required at the interview.
4. Winners will be invited to a brunch with deans from the McCombs School of Business in April
and honored at the McCombs Honors Convocation Friday, April 17th. All applicants should
keep these dates in mind.
Any questions or concerns should be directed to the chair of the BJGM Awards Committee, David Yu,
at bjgmawards2015@gmail.com. The committee looks forward to reviewing all applications.
Applicant Information
Name
______________________________________ Graduation Date ______________________
Last
First
Middle
Address __________________________________________________________________________
Street/Apt #
City
State
Zip Code
Email
___________________ Phone _____________ Overall GPA _______ Classification _____
How did you find out about the George Mitchell Student Leadership Award?
Choose all that apply.
Flyers/Posters
Facebook
MASO Meeting McCombs Website Word of Mouth Other________
Ethical Statement
I, ________________________________, acknowledge that my records will be reviewed for
scholastic dishonesty and other disciplinary action at the University. I understand that violations (i.e.
GPA inflation) are taken into account by the BJGM Awards Committee as part of the application
process and may exclude me from the awards depending on the nature and severity of the offense(s).
______________________________________
Signature (please type)
___________
Date
Publicity Release Agreement
I, hereby, grant The Undergraduate Business Council permission to use my photo or video footage for
the purpose of publicity, promotional materials, and website content.
______________________________________
Signature (please type)
___________
Date
Resume
Applicants must submit a one-page resume with emphasis on leadership/honors sections.
Character Reference
Applicants should submit a reference that is either a UT alumni, current student leader, or faculty
member. This reference will be contacted should the applicant be chosen for an interview. Applicants
should inform their reference that a member of the BJGM Awards Committee may contact them.
Reference Name _____________________ Reference Email ______________________
Reference Relationship to Student ___________________________________________
Essay Questions
Applicants should limit their total response to two pages, singled spaced, 12-pt. font, Times New
Roman.
1. Describe your most significant leadership role and the effect it had on the McCombs School of
Business. What did you learn from this experience? What did others learn from you?
2. What is the most meaningful impact you’ve had on an individual during your time on campus?
3. What is the legacy you hope to leave behind at the McCombs School of Business, and how
does this set you apart from the other applicants?